Veterans and Military
The University of Arkansas is committed to supporting and identifying resources for the military veterans transitioning to university life.
There are many resources available to veterans at the university, and the list below is not exhaustive. Please contact the Veterans Resource and Information Center if you need specific assistance. Thank you for your service.
Veterans Resource and Information Center
Arkansas Union 632, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701
(479) 575-8742
vric@uark.edu
Resources
Student Affairs - Veterans Resources and Information Center
This site connects you to all of the programs available for University of Arkansas students.
Enrollment Services - Admissions
The University of Arkansas is committed to the recruitment and graduation of veterans of the United States armed forces. In addition, the university is a proud member of the Yellow Ribbon Program. The program helps cover the difference between non-resident and resident tuition that is not covered by the Post 9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008.
Off-Campus Student Services
Off-Campus Student Services assists off-campus student veterans at the University of Arkansas by providing student housing listings, workshops and resources on how to transition to life off campus, as well as programs that help connect students to campus and ultimately see their name on Senior Walk.
The GI Bill
This site is the home for all educational benefits provided by the department of Veterans Affairs.
Wounded Warriors Project
This site is directed toward programs and information specific to injured veterans.
The Veteran's Guide for Academic Aid and Programs
If you or someone you know has served in the military and wants to go back to school, there are probably a good number of awards you qualify for on a governmental or institutional level. This guide is designed to outline the different awards and programs that provide educational assistance to veterans and their dependents.